Recipes That Help Prevent Bruising

Wondering how to create delicious dishes that can also help prevent bruising? This section presents a whole mess of anti-bruising recipes that feature foods that are rich in vitamin C and vitamin K. Vitamin K is required for normal blood clotting, and a deficiency of vitamin K has been associated with excessive bruising. Vitamin C, on the other hand, helps prevent bruising by strengthening small blood vessels.

Melon and Green Tea Smoothie

4 servings
This emerald smoothie is not only ideal for hot summer days, but it is also a wonderful drink for people who bruise easily as it provides tons of vitamin C and a good amount of vitamin K, too.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups honeydew melon, seeded and chopped

1 1/2 cups watermelon, seeded and chopped

1 cup non-fat yoghurt containing probiotic bacteria, cold

1/2 cup brewed green tea, chilled

1 tbsp fresh mint, minced

Lemon juice, freshly pressed

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until creamy.

Carrot Fennel Cucumber Salad

4 servings
This summery salad works like magic to soothe the soul — and bruised skin. The anti-bruising effects of this salad are largely due to the vitamin C and vitamin K found in this refreshing salad.

Ingredients:

6 organic carrots, thinly sliced

1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced

1 cucumber, thinly sliced

1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

4 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 Tbsp canola oil

Sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Combine carrots, fennel, cucumber, and parsley in a large bowl.

Mix lemon juice, canola oil, salt, and pepper in a container with a securable lid. Tighten lid and shake.